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Neerja

  • 20162016
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  • 2h 2m
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7.6/10
23K
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Sonam Kapoor in Neerja (2016)
Neerja is a biopic and a cinematic representation of the dramatic events that unfolded on September 5th, 1986 when Pan Am Flight 73 from Bombay to New York was hijacked in transit at Jinnah International Airport in Karachi by Palestinian extremists from Abu Nidal's terrorist outfit. This is the story of Neerja Bhanot, a 22 year old part time model, who was the head purser on the flight. Neerja had escaped an abusive marriage at a very young age and as a life change, decided to become an air hostess, subsequently impressing everyone so much that they made her a purser. Throughout the horrifying situation, Neerja didn't succumb to her fears and instead she fought her personal demons from the past and from the minute the plane was hijacked, through the terrifying 17 hours to the grueling end, she used her courage, wits and compassion to make sure that the passengers were protected, going as far as to hiding the passports of the American passengers. Through her swift thinking and brave actions, she managed to save the lives of 359 passengers and crew on board out of 379, all at the cost of her own life.
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The story of courageous Neerja Bhanot, who sacrificed her life while protecting the lives of 359 passengers on Pan Am Flight 73 in 1986 when it was hijacked by a terrorist organization.The story of courageous Neerja Bhanot, who sacrificed her life while protecting the lives of 359 passengers on Pan Am Flight 73 in 1986 when it was hijacked by a terrorist organization.The story of courageous Neerja Bhanot, who sacrificed her life while protecting the lives of 359 passengers on Pan Am Flight 73 in 1986 when it was hijacked by a terrorist organization.

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  • Director
    • Ram Madhvani
  • Writers
    • Saiwyn Quadras(story and screenplay)
    • Sanyuktha Chawla Shaikh(dialogue)
  • Stars
    • Sonam Kapoor
    • Shabana Azmi
    • Yogendra Tikku
Top credits
  • Director
    • Ram Madhvani
  • Writers
    • Saiwyn Quadras(story and screenplay)
    • Sanyuktha Chawla Shaikh(dialogue)
  • Stars
    • Sonam Kapoor
    • Shabana Azmi
    • Yogendra Tikku
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 123User reviews
    • 46Critic reviews
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 37 wins & 21 nominations

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    Sonam Kapoor
    Sonam Kapoor
    • Neerja Bhanotas Neerja Bhanot
    Shabana Azmi
    Shabana Azmi
    • Rama Bhanotas Rama Bhanot
    Yogendra Tikku
    • Harish Bhanotas Harish Bhanot
    Abrar Zahoor
    • Safarinias Safarini
    Jim Sarbh
    Jim Sarbh
    • Khalilas Khalil
    Ali Baldiwala
    • Mansooras Mansoor
    Vikrant Singta
    • Fahadas Fahad
    Parthaa Akerkar
    Parthaa Akerkar
    • Flight Passengeras Flight Passenger
    • (as Parth Akerkar)
    Madhu Anand Chandhock
    Madhu Anand Chandhock
    • Rahima Mohammedas Rahima Mohammed
    Rahaao
    Rahaao
    • Sadh Malik (Sub-Ordinate)as Sadh Malik (Sub-Ordinate)
    Kirti Adarkar
    • Passengeras Passenger
    Hayder Ali
    • Passenger Munawar Masihas Passenger Munawar Masih
    Amarjit
    • Passenger (Zayed Hasan)as Passenger (Zayed Hasan)
    Arjun Aneja
    Yugesh Anil
    • Benett Aas Benett A
    Bobby Arora
    • Sardar Family Friendas Sardar Family Friend
    Rohit Assija
    • Mohammed Tariqas Mohammed Tariq
    Sabreen Baker
    • Nupoor Abrool passengeras Nupoor Abrool passenger
    • Director
      • Ram Madhvani
    • Writers
      • Saiwyn Quadras(story and screenplay)
      • Sanyuktha Chawla Shaikh(dialogue)
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    Storyline

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    The story of courageous Neerja Bhanot, who sacrificed her life while protecting the lives of 359 passengers on Pan Am Flight 73 in 1986 when it was hijacked by a terrorist organization.
    • terrorist
    • mother daughter relationship
    • strong female lead
    • female protagonist
    • airplane hijack
    • 22 more
    • Plot summary
    • Plot synopsis
    • Taglines
      • Fear gave her courage.
    • Genres
      • Biography
      • Drama
      • Thriller
    • Certificate
      • Not Rated
    • Parents guide

    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      When Neerja Bhanot's mother Rama met Sonam Kapoor, the first thing she said to her was "My daughter was prettier."
    • Goofs
      In one shot in 1985 with Neerja and her family having food at 1:23:10, bottles of Kissan tomato sauce and Del Monte are seen, but that label and those bottles didn't exist at the time.
    • Quotes

      Neerja Bhanot: Do your duty, come what may. Never tolerate any injustice and never compromise on self-respect.

    • Crazy credits
      During the end credits, some stills of real Neerja Bhanot appear.
    • Connections
      Featured in 62nd Filmfare Awards (2017)
    • Soundtracks
      Jeete Hain Chal
      Written by Prasoon Joshi

      Produced by Vishal Khurana

      Performed by Kavita Seth, Arun Ingle, Mandar Apte, R.N. Iyer, Archana Gore, Mayuri Patwardhan, Pragati Mukund Joshi and Vishal Khurana

    User reviews123

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    9/10
    "A fact of life we all die. But the positive impact you have on others will be a living legacy." Catherine Pulsifer
    The story of Neerja Bhanot is one of courage in the face of grave danger. It is a story that needed to be told and should have been told much earlier. Sonam's acting capabilities will surely be silenced by her portrayal of Neerja. But there is room for improvement. Neerja epitomizes professionalism. There are moments in the second half where the plot seems to drag. But the climax is powerful and makes up for that. Very touchy scene in which she reads out a letter by her abusive husband. Azmi, gave a knock-out performance as Bhanot's mother. With hardly any sign of self-indulgence, Sonam gives a solid performance. Good screenplay by Saiwyn Quadras. Excellent direction by Directed Ram Madhvani. Much much better than Mary kom.

    "A fact of life we all die. But the positive impact you have on others will be a living legacy. Catherine Pulsifer.
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    • Fella_shibby
    • Feb 21, 2016

    Details

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    • Release date
      • February 19, 2016 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • India
    • Official sites
      • Official Facebook
      • Official Twitter
    • Language
      • Hindi
    • Also known as
      • Nữ Tiếp Viên Dũng Cảm
    • Production companies
      • Bling Unplugged
      • Equinox Films
      • Fox STAR Studios
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $2,900,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $1,585,687
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $626,528
      • Feb 21, 2016
    • Gross worldwide
      • $17,618,280
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    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      2 hours 2 minutes
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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